LPN (Casual) - The Waterford

Bria Communities; Delta; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Bria Communities LP seeks a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) in Delta, BC to provide direct nursing care in a long-term care setting. You will administer medications and treatments, evaluate care plans, and assist with admissions, discharges and transfers following provincial regulations and facility policies.

The role requires BC registration in good standing, graduation from an accredited Practical Nurse Program, and the ability to work independently with strong critical thinking.

Qualifications

• Must be registered in good standing with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Graduation from an accredited Practical Nurse Program.
• Minimum of two years nursing experience in long-term care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care, including administration of medications, medical treatments and documented procedures as per provincial regulations and facility policies.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of nursing care plans and treatments.
• Assist with admissions, discharges and transfers of residents.
• Ensure clinical assessment of residents is completed and followed up on through a care plan or planned intervention.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

English fluency

Independent work

Patient care

Education

Registered Practical Nurse Program graduate

Job description

Education & Experience

• Currently registered in good standing with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM)


• Graduation from an accredited Practical Nurse Program


• Minimum of two (2) years nursing experience in long term care is preferred

Key Responsibilities

1. Provide direct nursing care, including administration of medications, medical treatments and documented procedures as per provincial regulations, professional standards of practice and facility policies and procedures.


2. Evaluate the effectiveness of nursing care plans and treatments


3. Assist with admissions, discharges and transfers of residents


4. Ensure the appropriate clinical assessment of residents is completed and followed up on through a care plan or planned intervention. Assessments include, but are not limited to Braden Scale, SLUMS, Morse Fall Risk, basic vital signs, neuro vital signs, medication reviews and Care Conferencing processes.


5. Develop and implement individualized care plans and ensure the plans are implemented.


6. Liaises with Residents' families, updating them with any changes in health status, medication changes, or personal care needs.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must have the ability to establish and maintain good interpersonal relations by displaying tact, courtesy and patience with residents, guests, volunteers and employees.


• Respects and maintains the spirit, dignity and individuality of the residents.


• Able to work independently with minimum supervision and possess solid critical thinking and decision-making skills.


• Physically and mentally able to carry out the duties of the position under minimum supervision


• Leads and supports staff and volunteers to advance resident health and social goals


• Fluency in English both written and orally


• Safely and efficiently operate all equipment associated with the duties of the position

Full role profile available upon request